Postmodernism

Article Abstract:

The role of the poststructural theory among US feminists is discussed. There is tough opposition between academic and political feminists due to their repudiation of the authority relegating women to an inferior position. Feminist social scientists and feminist literary critics are divided over the issue of disciplinary knowledge. The former is merely aware of male dominance in the social sciences while the latter translates significant ideas into more relevant notions such as identity and experience.

Criticism and interpretation

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Risky business: feminism now and then

Article Abstract:

The difficult but necessary task of feminist theorists and critics of the21st century to cultivate cultural authority is discussed. It should be achieved through an engagement with history.

Comparative analysis, Feminists, Feminism and literature

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The personal is political, the past has potential, and other thoughts on studying women's literature--then and now

Article Abstract:

The personal reflections and evaluations of a feminist academic of women's studies and studies of women's literature over time are presented.

Evaluation, Women writers, Women authors, Women's studies, Viewpoint essay

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